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2003 Dodge Ram 2500 5.9 Cummins. Driving up a today and

2003 Dodge Ram 2500...

2003 Dodge Ram 2500 5.9 Cummins. Driving up a hill today and transmission did not shift....raised to 3000 rpm. I pulled over and placed in park. Tried shifting into drive ...and won't shift. Also does not shift into Reverse, 1, or 2. Towed home in neutral and running. Help please!

Mechanic's Assistant: How old is the transmission? Have you noticed any leaking?

Based on what you have told me, it sounds like the transmission's hydraulic line pressure has been lost. This may be caused by a failed front pump assembly. The fluid leaking into the cooling system may have caused the pump to loose prime and eventually fail.

You are welcome. Based on what you have told me, it sounds like the transmission's hydraulic line pressure has been lost. This may be caused by a failed front pump assembly. The fluid leaking into the cooling system may have caused the pump to loose prime and eventually fail.

Ask the mechanic to check the line pressure. Ask him to also check the filter in the pan.

I am pretty sure this is a hydraulic problem though.

Chris

If you would like me to send some information on checking the pressure, let me know and I will get it to you.

Chris

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Customer reply replied 1 year ago

Ok I will do that! I aso ordered a new transmission cooler. Should I replace ? Or wait until he checks the line pressure?Yes I would like that information!

Do replace the cooler. It must have failed and no matter what the mechanic finds, the cooler will still need to be replaced. Give me a few minutes to get the info to you, and then you can print it out and show it to your mechanic. Be back asap.

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Customer reply replied 1 year ago

Wow this is great information! Hopefully this fixes the problem. I just bought this truck

I hope so too. FYI, I own a 2003 Ram Cummins***** It has 128,000 miles on it (bought it new) and it has been by far the best truck I have ever owned. You take care of it and it will do you good!

Chris

I hope this information/answer is helpful Jenny, and if so would you please help me and rate my service using the stars at the top of the page or 'accept' my answer.Rating or accepting my answer does not cost you extra. It allows me to be credited for this Q&A. If you cannot rate or do not see where to rate, please let me know! You can ask follow-up questions after you rate or accept. Thank-you! Chris

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